Shakyamuni Buddha – Fully Fire Gold-Plated, Face Painted | Handcrafted Buddhist Copper Statue
Item Code: HME29632
Weight: 6595 grams
Size (cm): 45 x 31 x 23
Material: Copper
Availability: Available
Shakyamuni Buddha: The Enlightened One
Shakyamuni Buddha, born Siddhartha Gautama around 563 BCE in Lumbini, Nepal, is the founder of Buddhism and the embodiment of enlightened wisdom and boundless compassion. The title Buddha means “the awakened one”, referring to one who has attained supreme spiritual realization. His teachings form the cornerstone of Buddhist philosophy, focusing on overcoming suffering by understanding and transcending desire, greed, and attachment.
This statue of Shakyamuni is more than a work of art—it is a timeless representation of serenity, mindfulness, and inner awakening. His peaceful expression and meditative posture reflect the calm strength of a fully awakened being.
Craftsmanship & Finishing Details
Gold-Painted Face
The eyes and lips of the Buddha are expertly hand-painted with pure gold, enhancing his serene and compassionate features. This sacred practice, done before consecration, breathes life into the statue and transforms it into a revered spiritual presence. The gold-painted face symbolizes clarity, wisdom, and spiritual awakening.
Full Fire Gold Plating
This statue is adorned with traditional mercury gold plating—also known as fire gold plating—a revered Nepali technique that applies a thick, genuine layer of gold using heat and mercury amalgam. Unlike modern electroplating, this method results in a more luminous, durable, and richly textured finish, celebrated for its authenticity and sacred aura. The use of full fire gilding reflects a deep cultural heritage and craftsmanship passed down through generations.
Lost-Wax Casting Method
Crafted using the ancient lost-wax method (investment casting), each detail of this statue—from the folds of the robe to the delicate hand mudras—is cast with precision and care. A wax model is sculpted first, then encased in a ceramic mold. Once heated, the wax melts away and is replaced by molten copper. When cooled, the mold is broken to reveal the final form. This time-tested technique ensures each statue is one-of-a-kind and meticulously detailed.
Why This Statue is Unique
Handcrafted in Nepal by spiritually trained artisans
Made with pure copper and traditional gold techniques
A symbol of inner peace and mindfulness
Ideal for altar use, meditation spaces, or as a sacred collector’s piece
Bring home this powerful presence of Shakyamuni Buddha and let his calm wisdom inspire your path toward clarity, compassion, and spiritual liberation.
